{"product_id":"vintage-hopi-hyson-naseyoma-sterling-silver-overlay-bighorn-ram-belt-buckle-4","title":"Vintage Hopi Hyson Naseyoma Sterling Silver Overlay Bighorn Ram Belt Buckle 4\"","description":"Vintage Hopi Hyson Naseyoma Sterling Silver Overlay Bighorn Ram Belt Buckle 4\". This exceptional vintage Hopi sterling silver overlay belt buckle by acclaimed Hopi silversmith Hyson Stephen Naseyoma is an impressive statement piece measuring approximately 4 inches across. Handcrafted using the traditional Hopi overlay technique, the buckle features a powerful bighorn ram motif with a dramatic sweeping horn, surrounded by complementary geometric tribal  design elements. The recessed silver has been finely textured and oxidized, creating the characteristic dark contrast that gives the raised overlay imagery its bold dimensional appearance. The substantial approximately 4-inch size and approximately 55g weight makes the design especially commanding, while the naturally aged surface and vintage patina preserve the character of the original silverwork. The buckle has been recently polished. A distinctive and highly collectible example of vintage Hopi Native American jewelry, this buckle combines accomplished traditional silversmithing, strong animal symbolism, and the unmistakable graphic quality for which Hopi overlay work is prized by collectors.","brand":"Native American","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67509066924336,"sku":"4LyXRp4raRk24yAA-003","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1539\/5475\/files\/86feb9b0-e072-504b-8992-dbaa22dcfe4b.jpg?v=1786638780","url":"https:\/\/theswstyle.com\/products\/vintage-hopi-hyson-naseyoma-sterling-silver-overlay-bighorn-ram-belt-buckle-4","provider":"Southwestern Style Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}